It’s OK. Broth lacked the depth of flavor and richness that I expect from ramen. The pork was rather uninspiring. If you just need a warm bowl of soup this will work but if looking for the richness a bowl of ramen can provide this isn’t it.
Chicken karaage was very tasty.
Food: 3
Stonyshooto
Overpriced instant noodles barley any meat served cant even put a whole egg in the ramen, the staff uses whole break in the restroom and legit whistles at me as im in need of the bathroom, couldn't be less Japanese... Just a franchise ran by people that that cant even unsterstand basic English had to get a manager just too review my order
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
kevin valencia
Stars are only due to the food, staff was great. First bite of my Tonkotsu ramen was very underwhelming and plain. I was able to enjoy it after adding chili powder, salt and chili oil however my partners Spicy Tonkatsu was not salvageable and her ramen was just very watery. Wouldnt recommend as it made my least favorite ramen spot in my hometown seem amazing compared to this.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Nishan Perera
Great service, good food!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
JudoJewelry
Greasy Gyoza and for $25 should have been a lot more poke. That bowl probably cost them about $5 cost. One and done…
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Tom Mc
I like the atmosphere, I felt that the ramen could have more in it for the price.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Dan Pencoske
Conveniently located on the main street of Old Monterey, an easy walking distance from our hotel and nearby tourist attractions. Touchscreen ordering was easy and the self-serve water station reminded me of ramen shops in Japan.
The paitan was really smooth and mildly flavored, and my main complaint is that it wasn't served piping hot. To drive it home, the yolk of the flavored egg was cold. The garlic chips were a nice touch in addition to the oil, and there was good variety in the toppings. Loved the wavy noodles and soft chashu.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
D K R
Super fast service! Tonkotsu was fine, nothing special. Spicy on the side is the way to go.
The guys in the kitchen are the most entitled. I had the weirdest experience this afternoon. I ordered ramen with no sautéed onions and it came with onions. I tried to send it back and then watched the cook pick out the little onions and try and give it back to me with onions very much still there. I asked for a new one and the server said the kitchen said no. That he would be able to refund me my Money and I would have to place the same exact order because the kitchen was refusing to remake my food - eventhough the mess up was on the part of the kitchen. It was my first time here and I will definitely not return. The server was so sweet but the situation was just so weird. I had to re order and repay for my meal
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 5
Miguel Lima (chunkslima2011)
This was our first time here and was delicious, after seeing it on YouTube with how there are many different types and ways of eating it. Very appreciative and grateful for having to eat this dish.
We visited Toribashi recently, and overall I’d describe it as an average experience. The atmosphere inside is cozy, and the location is convenient. You can choose your own table, which is nice, but there’s no greeting or hostess, and the service is very minimal. They also charge tips upfront, which felt unusual given the level of service.
The ramen and soups were quite average—nothing special—and considering the quality, the prices felt a bit too high. It seems similar to many places of this type across the U.S., where the flavors don’t quite stand out.
In short: pleasant environment, but average food and low-level service at a higher price point.
Kailah O'Brien
One of the few ramen places in Monterey. Its super tasty and definitely worth a try.They serve food pretty quickly and everyone here is nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yue Shen
Not sure if it's my problem or the food is not very fresh. Won't go again. Edit: I started to feel nauseous and have stomache in the afternoon, now I'm sure there's something wrong.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 3
Andrew Echevarria
This place is awesome!!! The food came out so fast and my friend couldn't wait to dig in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Choo
They have the best Ryman in California, The staffs are kind, food is excellent the place is clean nothing to complain about. 5 Stars
It’s OK. Broth lacked the depth of flavor and richness that I expect from ramen. The pork was rather uninspiring. If you just need a warm bowl of soup this will work but if looking for the richness a bowl of ramen can provide this isn’t it.
Chicken karaage was very tasty.
Food: 3
Overpriced instant noodles barley any meat served cant even put a whole egg in the ramen, the staff uses whole break in the restroom and legit whistles at me as im in need of the bathroom, couldn't be less Japanese... Just a franchise ran by people that that cant even unsterstand basic English had to get a manager just too review my order
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Stars are only due to the food, staff was great. First bite of my Tonkotsu ramen was very underwhelming and plain. I was able to enjoy it after adding chili powder, salt and chili oil however my partners Spicy Tonkatsu was not salvageable and her ramen was just very watery. Wouldnt recommend as it made my least favorite ramen spot in my hometown seem amazing compared to this.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Great service, good food!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Greasy Gyoza and for $25 should have been a lot more poke. That bowl probably cost them about $5 cost. One and done…
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
I like the atmosphere, I felt that the ramen could have more in it for the price.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Conveniently located on the main street of Old Monterey, an easy walking distance from our hotel and nearby tourist attractions. Touchscreen ordering was easy and the self-serve water station reminded me of ramen shops in Japan.
The paitan was really smooth and mildly flavored, and my main complaint is that it wasn't served piping hot. To drive it home, the yolk of the flavored egg was cold. The garlic chips were a nice touch in addition to the oil, and there was good variety in the toppings. Loved the wavy noodles and soft chashu.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Super fast service! Tonkotsu was fine, nothing special. Spicy on the side is the way to go.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tonkotsu Ramen, Tonkotsu Spicy Ramen
The guys in the kitchen are the most entitled. I had the weirdest experience this afternoon. I ordered ramen with no sautéed onions and it came with onions. I tried to send it back and then watched the cook pick out the little onions and try and give it back to me with onions very much still there. I asked for a new one and the server said the kitchen said no. That he would be able to refund me my
Money and I would have to place the same exact order because the kitchen was refusing to remake my food - eventhough the mess up was on the part of the kitchen. It was my first time here and I will definitely not return. The server was so sweet but the situation was just so weird. I had to re order and repay for my meal
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 5
This was our first time here and was delicious, after seeing it on YouTube with how there are many different types and ways of eating it. Very appreciative and grateful for having to eat this dish.
This is how delicious it was, nothing left
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tonkotsu Ramen
Restaurantji Recommends
Average food, nice atmosphere, but overpriced
We visited Toribashi recently, and overall I’d describe it as an average experience. The atmosphere inside is cozy, and the location is convenient. You can choose your own table, which is nice, but there’s no greeting or hostess, and the service is very minimal. They also charge tips upfront, which felt unusual given the level of service.
The ramen and soups were quite average—nothing special—and considering the quality, the prices felt a bit too high. It seems similar to many places of this type across the U.S., where the flavors don’t quite stand out.
In short: pleasant environment, but average food and low-level service at a higher price point.
One of the few ramen places in Monterey. Its super tasty and definitely worth a try.They serve food pretty quickly and everyone here is nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not sure if it's my problem or the food is not very fresh. Won't go again.
Edit: I started to feel nauseous and have stomache in the afternoon, now I'm sure there's something wrong.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 3
This place is awesome!!! The food came out so fast and my friend couldn't wait to dig in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They have the best Ryman in California, The staffs are kind, food is excellent the place is clean nothing to complain about. 5 Stars
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shoyu Ramen, Tonkotsu Spicy Ramen
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